Synonyms & Antonyms : Contemptible





Contemptible



( Adjective )


The manner in which he treated all of us was highly contemptible.

Synonyms:

Despicable

Paltry

Pitiful

Vile

Detestable

Execrable

Contextual Examples:

The attitude of some high caste members towards the scheduled castes is still despicable and should be condemned by all sane people.

Vile attitude of some rich is still responsible for class divisions in society.

The snobs in society look down at the poor with pitiful attitude.



Antonyms:

Respectable

Admirable

Excellent

Weighty

Grave

Important

Contextual Examples:

India has earned a respectable position among suppressed nations after independence by her support to freedom movements in Asia and Africa.

The role played by Jawaharlal Nehru and his daughter, Mrs. Indira Gandhi in this country is admirable.

The Indian team played excellent cricket in the last international match.




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